Cece

Cece is an Asian-influenced restaurant and bar at 45/1 Mukagali Makatayev Street in Almaty, behind the Green Bazaar. It serves pan-Asian dishes and cocktails, and it is named on the World's 50 Best Discovery list, which recognises notable venues beyond the main ranking. Prices are moderate, with a typical meal costing about KZT 6,000-12,000 per person. The dishes most associated with the restaurant are the Berlin noodles, a signature noodle plate, and a film-themed cocktail card, in which drinks are inspired by cinema. The combination of noodles and creative cocktails sets it apart from the traditional Kazakh and Central Asian restaurants that dominate nearby streets, and it attracts a younger crowd that treats the venue as both a dinner stop and a bar. Cece is open daily from 12:00 until midnight. Reservations are made by telephone on +7 771 127 1501, and calling ahead is advisable for evenings and weekends. The location behind the Green Bazaar puts it in an area of Almaty that mixes market life with a growing number of modern bars and cafes. It can be combined with a morning at the bazaar, followed by a late lunch or an evening drink. The atmosphere is lively and design-conscious, with music and conversation making the room busier after dark. Visitors who prefer to talk comfortably may choose an early dinner. The pan-Asian menu also gives variety to a trip focused on Kazakh cuisine, and the cocktail programme makes the venue useful for an evening out rather than only a meal. Costs remain moderate by international standards, though cocktails will raise the final bill. Cash and cards are generally accepted in central venues of this kind.